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Are there any natural substances that help put hsv2 into remission or prolong its return?

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Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

No: No natural substances have been proven effective in this regard. I would recommend q suppressive dose of oral antiviral. Herbs that improve the immune system could theoretically be beneficial.

Answered 12/3/2012

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